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Date: May 24, 2026 Participant: Jason Parker #118 Race: 2026 Vermont City Marathon Distance: 26.2 miles

Consistent Pacing Leads to Solid Execution Jason Parker, 36, from Burlington, VT, completed the 2026 M&T Bank Vermont City Marathon with a total time of 3:13:21, maintaining an average pace of 7:22 min/mile over the 26.2-mile course. Jason impressively handled his position in the event, with a consistent showing in the Male 35-39 division, achieving a 30th place within that category. He remained remarkably constant with pacing, starting the race strong with a 7:20 min/mile and finishing with a 7:31 min/mile at mile 26. Throughout the race, Jason exhibited a steady performance with minimal fluctuations in pacing, often improving his position during tapering moments. Notable improvements occurred at miles 9 and 23, where he advanced significantly, finishing 182nd overall and 160th in the male category among 1834 participants. Continued focus on sustaining pace, especially through the later stages, could enhance future results. Consider reviewing race sections around mile splits 20-21 to identify areas for minor tweaks.